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Spring 2026 Dates: April 13, 2026
Four Core Behaviors for Better Conversations
The four core principles may not be surprising at first glance, but the research has found that most individuals…
This certificate program unlocks the power of automation by showing how to convert work done in spreadsheets to using scripts that can be easily read, executed, and shared. This change unlocks a “do it once” workflow that frees analysts to focus on improvements, automation, and more in-depth analysis instead of rote tasks. The written instructions of the script are created in an…
Foundations of Leadership empowers new leaders to
This immersive one-day course was created with new and aspiring leaders in mind. Participants will engage in practical exercises to enhance the research-backed…
This immersive summit, presented in partnership with Sunland Logistics Solutions, explores how intentional culture design and leadership practices directly influence engagement, innovation and organizational performance. Designed for leaders responsible for shaping how work gets done, this experience examines why culture is critical to workforce success, how leadership behaviors create…
The importance of developing fundamental leadership skills cannot be understated. No matter their intelligence, experience, or drive, leaders at every level need the same 4 core skills to be effective and grow within an organization.
We call them the Fundamental 4:
With this Product Design (UX/UI) Professional Certificate Bundle you will learn the full UX/UI design process from understanding user behavior to crafting intuitive and effective interfaces, giving you the skills to succeed in this rewarding career. Start with the Professional Certificate in UX Design before enrolling in the Professional Certificate for UI Design. This way you…
Who Should Attend?
This program is ideal for:
This course treats leadership as a performative craft: a role enacted to mobilize people toward shared goals. Drawing on Marco Aponte-Moreno’s Leadership as Performance (2024) and Adrienne Maree Brown’s Emergent Strategy (2017), students cultivate the SPACE capabilities—Self-awareness, Presence, Authenticity, Communication, and Emotional intelligence—while…
This course addresses common challenges faced by nonprofit leaders and advocates, such as managing limited resources, building sustainable organizations, leading diverse teams, and effectively engaging stakeholders. It helps participants develop strategic skills in governance, operations, fundraising, volunteer management, and advocacy to increase organizational impact. By completing the…
Program Highlights:
This course is suited to anybody interested in designing beautiful interfaces for digital products. Our students are:
Whether you want to explore UX as a career or expand your professional skillset, this UX design fundamentals course is the perfect starting point.
Program Overview:
Module 1: Self-Awareness for Leaders
Module 2: Communication for Leaders
Program Overview:
Module 1: Self-Awareness for Leaders
Module 2: Communication for Leaders